1997 Ford Ranger vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1997 Ford Ranger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1997 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Ranger | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ranger | 380 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2820 mm |